Cradle to Gate + EOL
Identity ID
7f517dc4-c46f-4420-8bdb-1bdcdc3958c1
Materials
Associated ID
7947f03e-1b82-4b5b-bf5a-0e7b80a40b8f
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Description
String inverters are used to convert the direct current from photovoltaic cells into alternating current, with a power rating of approximately 110 kW and a weight of about 110 kg. The dataset includes primary raw and auxiliary materials, energy inputs, atmospheric emissions, and waste generated during the production process. Infrastructure such as manufacturing equipment and facility construction is not included within the system boundary of the dataset. The end-of-life recycling phase of the photovoltaic inverter is included, assuming a 100% mass recovery rate for both aluminum and printed circuit boards; however, energy and material use during the disassembly and recycling processes are not included. The life cycle inventory is compiled from data derived from multiple sources. The production of photovoltaic inverters includes processes such as solder paste printing, component placement, reflow soldering, through-hole component insertion, wave soldering, inspection, coating curing, inkjet coding, assembly, and testing.
Activity Description
The production of photovoltaic inverters includes processes such as solder paste printing, component placement, reflow soldering, through-hole component insertion, wave soldering, inspection, coating curing, inkjet coding, assembly, and testing.
Process Description
A photovoltaic inverter is a power conditioning device composed of semiconductor components, primarily used to convert the direct current (DC) from photovoltaic cells into alternating current (AC).
Time period
2020
2026
Geography
China
Macroeconomic value
Business-as-Usual
Data validation
Yes
Technology
Current Technology
Technology comment
The production of photovoltaic inverters includes processes such as solder paste printing, component placement, reflow soldering, through-hole component insertion, wave soldering, inspection, coating curing, inkjet coding, assembly, and testing.